Therapeutic Apheresis RN (26047)

LifeStream•Placentia, CA

8d•$40 - $60

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director, Clinical Services, performs therapeutic procedures in clinical settings (e.g. acute, critical care, out-patient) using various venous access devices, including peripheral phlebotomy. Performs procedures as ordered, monitors patient status and makes appropriate interventions to reduce adverse reactions. Coordinates with hospital staff as needed, and ensures that complete documentation is recorded. Performs central venous catheter (CVC) care as required during performance of therapeutic procedures. Gives attention to detail and conducts work according to Policy, Procedure and Regulatory Guidelines. Able to work independently, while exercising a high level of nursing judgment and in coordination with clinical staff/LifeStream physicians and Director, Clinical Services, to achieve optimal and safe patient outcomes. Loads and transports equipment and materials required to perform therapeutic apheresis at each clinical site.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent communication skills, oral and written.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Good phlebotomy skills.
Ability to work with equipment, including apheresis cell separators, blood warmers and infusion pumps.
Knowledge of good safety practices.
Ability to problem solve, think independently and seek direction when needed.
Effective collaborative working skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong apheresis and medical assessment skills.
Computer literate; basic familiarity with Word and Excel.
Excellent documentation skills and good writing skills.
Ability to function independently.
Ability to perform detail-oriented job functions.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to drive a standard passenger vehicle and transport van.
Ability to train and mentor as required.
Associate (AS) or Bachelor Degree (BRN) in Professional Nursing.
Minimum three months to one year generalized nursing and/or clinical experience is required.
Current California license as a Registered Nurse (RN) required.
Current California Driver’s License required.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification required.
Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of apheresis/hemodialysis experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains and promotes the Blood Bank’s values and organizational goals.
Practices excellent internal and external customer service. Resolves problematic customer service issues within scope of authority.
Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding patient, staff and organizational issues.
Responsible for review and processing of therapeutic orders.
Prepares, loads and transports equipment and materials supplied by LifeStream and required to perform therapeutic apheresis in a clinical setting. This includes set-up, cleaning, Quality Control, Preventive Maintenance and restocking.
Performs therapeutic apheresis procedures and therapeutic phlebotomy on patients with oversight from a licensed LifeStream physician. Apheresis procedures include: Therapeutic Plasma Exchange, Red Blood Cell Exchange, Leukocyte Reduction, Platelet Reduction and therapeutic phlebotomy.
Establishes venous access using various devices (ex. central line, fistulas, grafts, ports, etc.) and provides appropriate site care.
Monitors patient status and responds to unique clinical situations and performs all duties according to operating procedures.
Maintains accurate, complete and legible records following the principles of current Good Clinical Practices and related Clinical Practices policies and procedures of the institutions where procedures are performed.
Maintains open and timely communication in order to affect optimal outcomes.
If internal transfer, may remain competent and perform Mobile RN or RN II job duties based on business need.
Performs all other duties, at the discretion of management, as assigned.